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Happy Hiker, Nearby hiking, NEW FIREPIT, Modern renovation, Dog Friendly

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A house with a porch, a chair, a table, and a hanging flower pot.
A small house with a porch, surrounded by a garden with a stone pathway.
A porch with a rocking chair, a table, and hanging flower baskets.
A covered porch with outdoor seating, a table, hanging planters, and a view of a wooded area.
A covered porch with a table and chairs, potted plants, and a view of the surrounding greenery.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Highlands, NC
  • Place, The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Cullasaja River Gorge
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Bridal Veil Falls
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Master

1 Queen Bed

Queen guest

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Master En-suite

Toilet · Shower only

Queen guest En-suite

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Happy Hiker, Nearby hiking, NEW FIREPIT, Modern renovation, Dog Friendly

Hang out at Happy Hiker!

This beautiful, cozy cabin features 2 beds/2 baths for up to 4 guests. Warm up on a cool night by the brand-new fire pit, get some fresh air on the front deck, or curl up with a show in the living room. Both private, queen-sized bedrooms have beautiful views of nature, and the newly refurbished kitchen can be used to whip up a fresh meal in no time. The shared dining and living room offer plenty of space for everyone to wind down after a long day of hiking and exploring Highlands. Happy Hiker offers wood delivery* and is also dog-friendly**, so feel free to bring your furry friends along too!

*Additional fee and taxes required for wood delivery.
**Dogs only, no other pets allowed. Additional fee and taxes required.
***This property has a non-refundable 5% Credit Card fee regardless of cancellation policy.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9808386
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Highlands

Located in Highlands, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Highlands Country Club and Old Edwards Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Chattahoochee National Forest and Highlands Biological Station. Cashiers Farmers Market and Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Map
Highlands, NC

What's nearby

  • The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts - 8 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Cullasaja River Gorge - 8 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Highlands Playhouse - 9 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Bridal Veil Falls - 9 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Dry Falls - 11 min drive - 9.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Los Vaqueros - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Shell - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Oak Steakhouse - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Highlander Mountain House & The Ruffed Grouse Tavern - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Calders Coffee Cafe - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Happy Hiker, Nearby hiking, NEW FIREPIT, Modern renovation, Dog Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Happy Hiker, Nearby hiking, NEW FIREPIT, Modern renovation, Dog Friendly?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Happy Hiker, Nearby hiking, NEW FIREPIT, Modern renovation, Dog Friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Happy Hiker, Nearby hiking, NEW FIREPIT, Modern renovation, Dog Friendly?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Happy Hiker, Nearby hiking, NEW FIREPIT, Modern renovation, Dog Friendly located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is steps from Nantahala National Forest and within 3 mi (5 km) of Cliffside Lake Recreation Area and Dry Falls. Highlands-Cashiers Hospital is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I cannot say enough good things about this property and host! Fantastic location, super clean, welcoming, comfortable and lots of little extras. We loved sitting on the front porch for meals and relaxing after our hikes. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 25 May 2026
Thank you from the bottom of my heart for the beautiful review of Happy Hiker. I am so happy that you enjoyed your stay and I was delighted to host you. Please do come again anytime. You are a great example of what makes hosting a meaningful experience.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
quick and easy checkin and checkout, very well stocked, excellent response from management company
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house in a great location. Our family of four was very comfortable in the home. Just a few minutes from Main Street Highlands. Great stay would book it again.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Coree R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay at this property! It was very clean and seemed brand new. This cozy little place made us feel like we were at our home away from home. Loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a wonderful, comfortable, and beautifully updated cottage. We were close to downtown Highlands and all the shops and restaurants along with having access to the Ranger Falls trail just down from the property which made it the best of both worlds. I can recommend this property and would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Little gem of a house close to downtown Highlands. Very thoughtful additions make this brand new interior and squeaky clean home a comfortable base to plan your mountain adventures.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachana K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exceptional and Cozy

We had an amazing Thanksgiving getaway at a cozy mountain home near Highlands! The house was spotless and well-equipped with everything we needed, and the thoughtful sweet treat for guests was a lovely touch. Our fur baby felt right at home, too, which made the experience even better. The hosts were incredibly hospitable and maintained excellent, prompt communication throughout our stay. We can’t wait to come back for another visit! Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

About the host

Hosted by Holly Henry

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Holly Henry 828-526-6346

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